Welcome to Macy's at the Boca Town Center. First stop on the agenda, Lunch! Visit the 2nd floor, social dress department for sandwiches, salads and refreshments! While you are catching up with friends, enjoy runway inspired looks for the professional women on the go! You'll preview the latest in must have career and social attire for all occasions. After taking advantage of the Wardrobe sale, head down to shoes for spa treatments including messages, reflexology, mani touch-ups and makeovers. While you are waiting, make your appointment with MAC, Estee Lauder and Bobbi Brown for Friday's Cosmetic Lounge. If you're on a hunt for the perfect pair of shoes, make sure to sit down with the Caricature artist, he'll draw your portrait with RED hot style! First 250 women to arrive will receive a Macy’s tote, goodies and shopping pass! Shuttles leave registration area from the hotel every 30 minutes!

2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM

Power Networking Primer

This is not your mother's networking workshop! The game has changed, and so must you. Start today with expert facilitator Jodi Brockington in this unbeatable crash course that will have you connecting effectively and with confidence, not just in Boca, but for life!

Let the love-in begin! It's all about connecting over cocktails and conversation as we gather to celebrate each other and the evening's remarkable honorees at our pre-awards gala reception.

7:30 PM
- 10:30 PM

Women of Power Legacy Awards Dinner - Hosted by PepsiCo

BLACK ENTERPRISE proudly pays tribute to five exceptional women who refused to dream small, re-drew the roadmaps, and redefined the standard of success for women of color in their respective fields. Come meet and congratulate these true "sheroes" as we pay honor to their accomplishments and the groundbreaking changes their lives have inspired.

An exotic high energy class full of pulsating West African rhythms. Experience the fusion and physicality of the African root steps that will free your body.

6:00 AM
- 7:00 AM

Power Walk - Hosted by State Farm®

Join your peers for a brisk power walk on Boca's beautiful trails. No half-steppers, please!

7:00 AM
- 7:30 AM

Morning Meditation: The Power of Peace

Constant motion is a drain. Begin this day by discovering what power lies in stillness. Together, we'll reclaim our morning and, ultimately, our lives.Facilitator: Teresa Kay-Alba Kennedy, President & CEO of Power Living Enterprises

Myrlie Beasley left college to marry Medgar Evers and become his secretary. In the five decades since, Myrlie Evers Williams has been the keeper of his story, but that has never kept her from creating a life and legacy of her own. The 2014 Legacy Award honoree tells BE’s Sonia Alleyne what it takes to lead in the face of unbearable loss, to thrive in the midst of uncertainty, and to create and recreate your life as many times as it takes to become all you are meant to be. Grab some coffee, join the conversation, and be inspired!

As women of color, our bodies are temples, but also disproportionately all-too vulnerable to various health risks. Abbott Vascular will have health professionals on hand to discuss cardiovascular disease and prevention, and to answer your questions one-on-one about high blood pressure, diabetes, body mass index, and cholesterol intake.

9:00 AM
- 5:00 PM

Digital Lounge

You don’t have to worry about missing any important e-mails. Find a comfy seat and get the same Wi-fi experience that you will get at home or in the office.

9:00 AM
- 5:00 PM

Go for the Goal! Executive Coaching (By Appointment Only)

There's nothing like customized advice and encouragement from your very own
executive coach. Sharpen your winning edge and fine-tune your long game
strategy in collaboration with top execs who know the score. Remember, spots are
limited, so sign up for your chance to win a free appointment today!

Executive Leadership Sessions

9:00 AM
- 10:15 AM

Board Games – Play to Win that Coveted Corporate Board Seat

Learn what it takes to get noticed and get nominated to the prestigious (and potentially lucrative) board seats you crave. Getting what you want is your job. Hear from top execs who serve on some of corporate America’s most influential boards who will the goods on how to get noticed and nominated to that (potentially lucrative) board. Don’t wait; take your seat!

How to conquer self-doubt so you can achieve your fullest potential In candid, true confessions mode, author, former CEO and Legacy honoree, Joyce Roche reveals what her journey through corporate America gave to her, took from her, and taught her about herself and the “imposter syndrome” that haunts countless other high achievers. The point? To teach you how to wrestle your own demons and embrace your success.

Truth or Consequences: How to see yourself clearly, before it’s too late

There is real power in facing the bare truth about your talents, skills, attitude, image and prospects; there is also real danger in avoiding or glossing over it. Our expert panel of HR execs and coaches will lead you in a self-assessment exercise that will enable you to cut to the heart of who you are, what you offer, how you're perceived, and what you need to work on to achieve your greatest goals.

A great idea and a quarter won’t even get you phone call these days. Success is in the execution. From conception to the planning and team building to polishing off that final, closing touch, you want to be known as the person who gets the job done right. Our panel of closers will share their secrets for getting ideas off the page and into reality with high yield results—every time.

Where’s your business thinking these days? Whether its five minutes ago or five years, it’s probably time to take stock and rethink your approach. The future means innovation, and if you plan to be a force in your field you need the right tools. This forward-looking session will open your eyes to new approaches to collaboration, the impact of evolving technologies and changes in the marketplace, and ways to change the mindset of your team to ensure that you won’t get left behind.

In the realm of career management, there's a whole universe of digital tools at your disposal. Depending on your rank, only a few really matter and those that do can make all the difference -- but only if you know how to fully utilize them. Whether you're seeking a significant promotion, a new job, heightened visibility, or professional relationships that matter, this is a can't miss session.

No one in public service escapes the hot seat and, as President Obama’s first EPA Chief, Lisa Jackson publically endured plenty of political heat. But this daughter of NOLA’s Ninth Ward had already excelled in a male-dominated field, lived through Hurricane Katrina, and defied her mother’s wish that she become a doctor. With the mind of a scientist and a down-home Southern soul, Jackson understands precisely how to thrive under pressure. Apple’s top environmental officer joins BE’s Caroline Clarke for a lesson in courage – and cool.

The dream of entrepreneurship looms large in many corporate executives minds. Whether you have a business on the side, or are in the early stages of planning the next chapter of your career, do yourself a favor and hear from a panel of phenomenal women who made the choice to work for themselves and have never looked back.

The correlation between health, wellness and intimacy (yes, we said it!) and your productivity, confidence, and overall sense of wellbeing is often overlooked. In a provocative session that will engage, inform, and arouse your curiosity about the full range of possibilities for your life, our spirited panel of experts will help you bring these key elements of your life into better alignment.

Speakers:

Ricki Fairley – Survivor of a rare form of breast cancer and CEO of Dove Marketing

An exotic high energy class full of pulsating West African rhythms. Experience the fusion and physicality of the African root steps that will free your body.

6:00 AM
- 7:00 AM

Power Walk - Hosted by State Farm®

Wake up and move! Our fitness instructor leads a brisk three-mile walk to set the pace for the exciting day to come.

6:30 AM
- 7:00 AM

Morning Meditation: The Power of Peace

Constant motion is a drain. Begin this day by discovering what power lies in stillness. Together, we'll reclaim our morning and, ultimately, our lives.

Facilitator: Teresa Kay-Alba Kennedy, President & CEO of Power Living Enterprises

7:00 AM
- 8:00 AM

Breakfast

7:00 AM
- 12:00 PM

Registration - Hosted by Microsoft

8:00 AM
- 6:00 PM

Abbott Health Center Hosted by Abbott Vascular

Abbott Vascular will have health professionals on hand to discuss cardiovascular disease and prevention, and to answer your questions one-on-one relating to high blood pressure, diabetes, body mass index, and cholesterol intake.

8:00 AM
- 8:45 AM

One-on-One Breakfast Conversation with Venus Williams- Hosted by EMC

We’ve watched her go from girl to woman, rising star to World Champion, and tennis phenom to multi-dimensional businesswoman. In the process, she blazed a trail for her sister Serena and generations of professional women athletes to follow. But perhaps most fascinating has been Venus Williams’ transformation from ultimate outsider to consummate insider. Both on the court and off, this game-changer comes to win. BE’s Sonia Alleyne serves the questions – and you can too – as Venus takes center court.

You don’t have to worry about missing any important e-mails. Find a comfy seat and get the same Wi-fi experience that you will get at home or in the office.

9:00 AM
- 5:00 PM

Executive Coaching (By Appointment Only)

Another day of personalized advice and encouragement from our executive
coaches. Sharpen your winning edge and fine-tune your long game strategy in
collaboration with top execs who know the score. Remember, these sessions are
by appointment only and spots are limited, so sign up for your chance to win a
free session today!

Executive Leadership Sessions

9:00 AM
- 10:15 AM

Career Team Advantage

Do you have a Career Advancement Team? Well it’s time you did.

Going it alone on the road to success makes you lonely, not successful. A team of supporters targeted to your ever-changing needs will make your journey shorter, smoother, and so much more satisfying. We're talking mentors, sponsors, agents, headhunters, professional alliances, coaches, publicists, image consultants, and more. It takes a village; come identify who you need in yours.

You’ve got your job well in hand – maybe too well! If your responsibilities no longer provide any challenges and the days have become rote, you know it’s time to stop treading water and take a risk. So what’s stopping you? Fear of failure? Comfort level with your routine? Time to break those chains and get “unstuck” – and we’re here to help. Specific strategies for shaking the doldrums and targeting your next opportunity from panelists who have successfully navigated through a range of jarring transitions.

Do your financial goals support a long-term wealth plan that focuses on all of the important areas of your life such as health, family, work, home as well as leisure activities and philanthropy? This panel offers expert advice on how to organize your financial priorities, maximize your opportunities to build wealth and protect the investments that are important to you. True wealth is generational. Here’s how you get started on securing your legacy.

You work so hard to grow your brand and nurture a winning reputation in the real world. But does your digital image match up? It's time to "friend" yourself first and become more vigilant (and strategic) in managing your brand virtually. Come learn all you need to know.

Facilitator: Stacey Ferguson, Event Producer of Blogalicious

12:00 PM
- 1:30 PM

Garden Party Luncheon - Hosted by Comcast-NBCUniversal

Wear your shades (and maybe a pretty hat) and join us for a lovely, ladylike luncheon. Groove to jazz music in an awe-inspiring outdoor setting where you’ll enjoy and great food and the buzz of friends and colleagues connecting. We’ve also assembled a lineup of vendors who’ll be showcasing art, jewelry, and other products you won’t want to pass by. And to top things off, Macy’s will present its spectacular garden fashion show!

In the last few years, Linda Johnson Rice and Desiree Rogers have had to reinvent their careers, their company, and its iconic brands Ebony and Jet. Now they’re turning their attention to Fashion Fair cosmetics, looking to reclaim market share in a business that is more competitive than ever. Getting up close and personal with BE’s Caroline Clarke – and you – they share how they will do it, why are they doing it, and what’s it really like to work in a tough, take-no-prisoners business with your BFF.

Power Networking and Lifestyle Sessions

2:00 PM
- 8:00 PM

Cosmetic Pavilion & Beauty Bar - Hosted by Macy’s

Discover a beautiful new you with Macy’s Glam Team. Stop by the pavilion where the Glam Team will have you looking your best with no stress.

3:00 PM
- 4:15 PM

Generation U! Your Best Health at Every Age

It's never too late -- or too early -- to stop taking your health for granted and start giving it the top billing it deserves. The most fundamental changes in your awareness, diet, exercise, and attitude can have the most compelling long-term impact on your well-being and lifespan. Seize this chance to turn a positive page on your outlook -- and outcomes -- today!

In a world of 24-hour accessibility, seven-day workweeks,
unrelenting response times, and regular trips to multiple time-zones, the
demands on our time and attention are crushing. Your success is on the line, and
so is your sanity. It’s high time you learned to tackle it all into submission
and give yourself the gift of time.

What you carry in your purse says a lot about how you manage your finances. If your bag is more valuable than its contents, then it’s time to rethink your fiscal priorities. Join our experts as they examine what the contents of your fierce designer bag reveals about your approach to money management and your prospects for long-term prosperity.

Facilitator

Robin A. Young, CEO, Women Behaving Wealthy

7:00 PM
- 8:30 PM

Comedy Night! - Hosted by State Farm®

Time for the funny. After an invigorating day of hard-hitting sessions, cut loose with some of the most brilliant rising comic talents from the Ginger Candy Comedy! These hilarious stars-in-the-making are primed to keep you laughing out loud. You definitely don’t want to miss this.

8:30 PM
- 11:00 PM

Women of Power Concert & Dinner - Hosted by Lincoln

Join us for an evening of elegance and explosive, soulful entertainment! Fine dining, good friends, and thrilling performance by world-class recording artist, Tank. Women of Power know how to close the show!